{"product_id":"sterling-silver-timbale-or-beaker-18th-c-french","title":"Sterling Silver Timbale or Beaker 18Th C French","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eAn exceptional antique French sterling silver timbale dating to the 18th century. Finely worked in a classical tulip form, the vessel is adorned with a swag motif encircling the body and a beaded frieze above the round, domed foot — demonstrating the refined decorative vocabulary characteristic of French silversmithing of the period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eThe timbale bears engraved initials \"LP\" to one side, likely indicating an original owner or family association, adding a layer of historical interest and provenance. The restrained ornamentation and balanced proportions reflect the sophistication and technical mastery of French silver in the 18th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\"Timbale\" is the French term for a stemless goblet or tumbler used for wine and other drinks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHallmarks \u0026amp; Provenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eFrench sterling silver, 18th century. Four Paris marks present:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoinçon de Charge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crowned A (used 1783–1789)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoinçon de Maître-Orfèvre (maker’s punch):\u003c\/strong\u003e JFR — currently being researched\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaison Commune, Paris:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1787\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoinçon de Décharge, Paris:\u003c\/strong\u003e (used 1781–1789)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDetails \u0026amp; Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paris, France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1787 (per Maison Commune mark)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sterling silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4¾\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3¾\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2⅛\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 146 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem ID:\u003c\/strong\u003e 122253\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eVery good for age and use, consistent with an item dating to the late 18th century. Surface scratches and minor dings; some dings on the base and top edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eComplimentary shipping within the US\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eReduced International Rates available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"43 Chesapeake Court","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45381510037551,"sku":null,"price":1401.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0231\/6802\/4623\/files\/18thCtimbale1.jpg?v=1779482484","url":"https:\/\/www.43chesapeakecourt.com\/en-ca\/products\/sterling-silver-timbale-or-beaker-18th-c-french","provider":"43 Chesapeake Court","version":"1.0","type":"link"}